1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Pagani Zonda.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Maserati | Pagani |
| Model | 5000 GT | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 547 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
